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He was the General of the Colonial Army
George Washington
The British passed this law which placed a tax on paper goods that the colonists purchased
The Stamp Act
The nickname given to British soldiers by the Colonists
Redcoats OR Lobsters
In response to the extra taxes, the colonists refused to buy certain goods. This is called?
Boycott
This war protecting American Colonists caused Great Britain to have a huge amount of debt
The French and Indian War
The leader of GB during the American Revolution
King George III
After the Stamp Act was repealed, this law placed a "tariff" (or import tax) on certain goods imported from Britain.
The Townshend Acts
In response to the Stamp Act, the colonists began using this phrase meaning they should have a voice in the decision that affect the colonies.
No Taxation Without Representation
This means to end or cancel
Repeal
Patriots snuck on board British ships and dumped thousands of pounds of tea into the harbor
The Boston Tea Party
What was the outcome of the French and Indian War?
Britain won and gained control of Canada
Thomas Jefferson wrote most of this document which announced America's formal separation from Great Britain.
The Declaration of Independence
Thomas Paine wrote this pamphlet using easy to understand language stating why is was time for the colonists to part from Britain.
Common Sense
This is a group of volunteers who are trained and ready to fight but are not paid.
Militia
What was a significant consequence of the French and Indian War for Britain?
A large debt
German soldiers who were paid to fight for the British
Hessians or mercenaries
At the end of the war, this agreement signed by Great Britain and the Colonies officially recognized the independence of the new US
The Treaty of Paris
When Paul Revere made his midnight ride, he yelled this 4 word phrase to alert the colonists.
"The Regulars Are Coming"
When the Patriots signed the Declaration of Independence, they know they could be accused of "THIS", which could lead to their death.
Treason
A group of colonists began yelling at British soldiers and throwing snowballs with rocks in them; shots were fired and 5 colonists were killed. This was known as?
The Boston Massacre
He said "Give me liberty or give me death!"
Patrick Henry
After the Boston Tea Party, King George III and Parliament passed a new series of laws called
The Coercive Acts (Colonists called it 'The Intolerable Acts')
Colonists who gathered quickly with their weapons to fight against the British
Minutemen
This means a formal agreement between 2 countries
Alliance
British troops were trapped by the French on one side and the Colonists on the other which ended this battle, and the war.
The Battle of Yorktown
What did the Proclamation of 1763 prohibit?
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○ B) Settlement west of the Appalachians
What was the purpose of the "Committees of Correspondence"?
○ To inform each other of anti-British activities
When did the American Revolution begin?
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April 1775
Who was appointed as the commander of the Continental Army?
George Washington
Who was the main author of the Declaration of Independence?
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Thomas Jefferson
What did the Stamp Act of 1765 require?
○ B) Use of revenue stamps on newspapers and legal documents
What event led to the passing of the "Intolerable Acts"?
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○ The Boston Tea Party
What was the initial cause of the conflict at Lexington and Concord?
British troops were sent to arrest colonial leaders and recover arms
What significant action did Washington take to boost morale after being defeated in New York City?
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Crossed the Delaware River to defeat Hessian troops at the Battle of Trenton
From whose writings did Thomas Jefferson borrow much of his reasoning for the Declaration of Independence?
John Locke
Who started the "Sons of Liberty"?
○ C) Samuel Adams
What was one of the measures included in the "Intolerable Acts"?
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Closing Boston Harbor
What was one of the outcomes of the Second Continental Congress?
○Creation of the Continental Army
What was the main argument of Thomas Paine's pamphlet, Common Sense?
The colonies should declare their independency
According to the Declaration of Independence, what are "unalienable rights"?
Rights that cannot be taken away
What Jefferson argued was the colonists' right when a government tried to destroy their unalienable rights.
○To change their government, by force if necessary
When did the Continental Congress vote in favor of independence?
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July 2, 1776
When was the Declaration of Independence signed?
July 4, 1776
What was the British plan to divide the colonies?
○ Cut a line through New York
What was the significance of the Battle of Saratoga?
○ It led to the French alliance with the colonies
Who helped train and drill Washington's troops at Valley Forge?
○ Baron Von Steuben and the Marquis de Lafayette
Where did the British troops surrender in 1781, leading to the end of the war?
Boston
How did geography play a crucial role in the Battle of Trenton?
The Hessians were surprised by the colonists' ability to cross the Delaware River in cold weather
What was the impact of the Treaty of Paris (1783)?
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It granted independence to the US.
Which group was most likely to side with the British during the Revolution?
Indian tribes fearing land seizure